Stratford Library Celebrates “On Juneteenth”
Dr. Immacula Cann Is Guest Speaker on June 19The Stratford Library Reference Department will present “On Juneteenth” on Monday, June 19 from 7-8 pm. The program is held in conjunction with the nationwide observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday which commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States.Guest speaker for “On Juneteenth” is Dr. Immacula Cann, Grand Marshall for the annual Juneteenth parade held at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut. According to Dr. Cann, “It is a tremendous honor to be recognized and to be the spokesperson for Juneteenth. Juneteenth is so much more than a parade. It's an American holiday - not just for Black people - and it's an opportunity to raise awareness and to…
